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Copyright © 2008 Mastervolt / December 2008 / WHISPER 15 ULTRA - Three Phase / US 

 

1 INTRODUCTION 

 

 

1.1 GENERAL 

 

The Whisper 15 ULTRA Three Phase Marine Diesel 
Generating set is manufactured and marketed by 
Mastervolt.  
It is important to read this manual before installing and 
operating the generating set. Both safety and durability 
rely very much on the correct identification, installation and 
a good understanding of ratings, features, design, 
maintenance and operation procedures.  
The information, specifications, illustrations and 
statements contained within this publication are given with 
our best intentions and are believed to be correct at the 
time of going to press.  
 
All of the specifications, provisions and instructions 
contained in this manual apply solely to standard versions 
of the Mastervolt Whisper 15 ULTRA Three Phase 
generating set.  
This manual is valid for the following models: 
 

Part 

number  

Version Description 

51107355  B 

Whisper 15 Ultra Three Phase  
120V-208V 1800rpm 

51107356  B 

Whisper 15 Ultra Three Phase  
120V-208V 1800rpm -ungrounded 

See 1.5 for identification of the generator set. For other 
models see other manuals available on our website: 
www.mastervolt.com 
 
Our policy is one of continued development and we re-
serve the right to amend any technical information without 
prior notice.  
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the 
particulars contained within this publication neither the 
manufacturer, distributor, or dealer in any circumstances 
shall be held liable for any inaccuracy or the 
consequences thereof. 
Keep this manual at a secure place! 
 

WARNING 

A warning symbol draws attention to special 
warnings, instructions or procedures which, if 
not strictly observed, may result in damage or 
destruction of equipment, severe personal 
injury or loss of life. 

 

DANGER 

This danger symbol refers to electric danger 
and draws attention to special warnings, 
instructions or procedures which, if not strictly 
observed, may result in electrical shock which 
will result in severe personal injury or loss of 
life. 

 

1.2 

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE  

Regular service and maintenance should be carried out 
according to the directions in this manual. For service and 
maintenance one can appeal to the manufacturer or the 
dealers. 
 

1.3 GUARANTEE 

Mastervolt guarantees that this generating set has been 
built according to good workmanship, according to the 
specifications in this manual and according to European 
Community safety regulations.  
During production and prior to delivery, all of our 
generating sets are tested and inspected.  
 
The well functioning of this generating set is subject to 
guarantee. The period and conditions of this guarantee are 
laid down in the general conditions of delivery as 
registered with the Chamber of Commerce and Industries 
in Amsterdam number 33279951 and are available on 
request. The guarantee period is two years, limited to 
1000 running hours. For USA deliveries there are 
additional conditions. These are available at Mastervolt 
USA. Some aspects of our guarantee scheme are given 
here in more detail:  
 
Guarantee does not cover failures that are caused by 
misuse, neglect or a faulty installation.  
 
Example 1. Faulty installation:  
Seawater entering the engine is the most common cause 
of damage to combustion engines in boats (both to 
propulsion and generator engines). The entry of water 
must be avoided under all conditions. Be aware that the 
conditions in blue water sailing can be extreme. Refer to 
the installation manual for instructions but remember these 
are for guidance only as many factors influence the 
installation of a generator. The ultimate responsibility will 
always be with the owner to ensure a safe and compliant 
installation. If in doubt ask!  
 

Summary of Contents for WHISPER 15 ULTRA

Page 1: ...RA Three phase 1800 RPM Marine diesel generating set 120 208V 60Hz Digital Diesel Control MASTERVOLT Snijdersbergweg 93 1105 AN Amsterdam The Netherlands Tel 31 20 3422100 Fax 31 20 6971006 www master...

Page 2: ...losion 8 2 1 7 Chemicals 8 2 2 Transport lifting and storage 9 2 3 The Whisper 15 ULTRA Three Phase 9 2 3 1 Features 9 2 3 2 Remote control 9 2 3 3 Documentation 9 2 3 4 Accessories included in the st...

Page 3: ...er 25 4 2 6 Readjustment V beltplacing oil filter 26 4 3 Regular maintenance 26 4 3 1 Maintenance schedule 27 4 3 2 Putting out of service 28 5 TROUBLE SHOOTING 29 5 1 Alternator electrical faults 29...

Page 4: ...ipment severe personal injury or loss of life DANGER This danger symbol refers to electric danger and draws attention to special warnings instructions or procedures which if not strictly observed may...

Page 5: ...be issued For example if a Printed Circuit Board is returned with clear damage caused by seawater guarantee will be refused Freight costs to deliver spares by normal mail or carriers is covered under...

Page 6: ...shows the maximum current that is acceptable at the specified frequency voltage and power factor When connected in tri phase the indicated current is the current between two phases that can be taken o...

Page 7: ...tection must be done in accordance with local standards Using the auto start stop interval mode the generator can start unexpectedly When working on the electrical system the 3 Amp fuse must be remove...

Page 8: ...er ventilation Do not smoke or allow sparks flames or other sources of ignition around batteries Keep a fire extinguisher on hand INCASEOFFIRE DONOTOPENSOUNDSHIELD TOAVOIDSERIOUSINJURYORDEATHFROM FIRE...

Page 9: ...an alternator in a sound attenuated capsule The set is mounted on a steel base frame and mounted securely on anti vibration mounting pads to the capsule base All cables and hoses are guided through th...

Page 10: ...ld watercooled 18 Alternator 12VDC 19 Engine coolant pump 20 V belt 21 Raw water pump 22 Cooling water injection bend 23 Rubber engine mounting 24 Starter motor solenoid 25 Starter motor 26 Heat excha...

Page 11: ...ilsafe 45 Temperature switch exhaust 46 Filler cap engine coolant 47 Rocker cover 48 Filler cap engine oil 49 Temperature switch coolant 50 Thermostat housing 27 Engine speed adjusting screw 28 Inject...

Page 12: ...controls and keeps constant the average voltage of one phase The voltage setting on the AVR can be adjusted with the help of a trimmer V between 100 and 140 Volts or 200 and 280V nominal voltage 230V...

Page 13: ...y a heat exchanger and raw water The heat exchanger and all other parts which are in direct contact with the raw sea water are made of seawater resistant material like naval brass and gunmetal The eng...

Page 14: ...cluding the oil filter it is 6 U S qts 5 7 l Note that the engine may contain some residual oil due to testing at the factory While filling check the lubricating oil level by means of the engine oil d...

Page 15: ...dependent Control Digital Diesel Control including automatic start stop ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Output voltage 120 240V 3x 120V or 3x 120 208V 60Hz alternating current AC Output rating 60Hz 15 kVA...

Page 16: ...m2 DDC fuel solenoid pull 20 pink 16 1 5 mm2 DDC fuel solenoid com 17 black 16 1 5 mm2 B terminal alternator starter motor 21 red 10 6 mm2 DDC R terminal alternator 18 white 16 1 5 mm2 DDC L terminal...

Page 17: ...INFORMATION US WHISPER 15 ULTRA Three Phase December 2008 Copyright 2008 Mastervolt 17 2 5 16 Lay out control wiring Fig 12 Electrical Diagram control wiring Whisper 15 Ultra Three Phase...

Page 18: ...INFORMATION 18 Copyright 2008 Mastervolt December 2008 WHISPER 15 ULTRA Three Phase US 2 5 17 Overview of AC terminal modes Whisper 15 Ultra Three phase Fig 13 Terminal modes Whisper 15U Three phase...

Page 19: ...15 ULTRA Three Phase December 2008 Copyright 2008 Mastervolt 19 2 5 18 AC wiring diagram 120 208 V AC 60 Hz three phase with AVR star configuration Fig 14 AC wiring diagram three phase 3 x 120 208 Vol...

Page 20: ...ght 2008 Mastervolt December 2008 WHISPER 15 ULTRA Three Phase US 2 5 19 AC wiring diagram Split Phase 120 240Volt 60Hz with AVR DOUBLE DELTA Figure 15 AC wiring diagram Split Phase 120 240Volt 60Hz w...

Page 21: ...voltage and more power The electronic governor system contains two parts 1 The actuator controls the engine speed This actuator replaces the standard hold solenoid that is on all other mechanical cont...

Page 22: ...Stopping generator 1 Switch off all electrical devices consumers If the generating set has been running under full load for a longer period do not shut it down abruptly Reduce the electrical load to...

Page 23: ...uainted with the generator you will be able to recognise the coolant flowing through the system by listening for the noise of the water which is expelled Be aware that especially in harbours the coola...

Page 24: ...er to cool the engine If the generator is operating in a hot environment and you do not act as given above the excessive heat in the engine can trip the high temp alarms In that case a restart of the...

Page 25: ...out of fuel it could be necessary to prime the fuel system 4 2 2 Bleeding fuel lines Ensure there is sufficient fuel The system is self bleeding The first time starting up or after running out of fuel...

Page 26: ...oil when necessary Check and tighten nuts bolts and unions paying particular attention to the fuel system Observe the exhaust at the normal full load The exhaust must be free from soot Do not allow t...

Page 27: ...ven impeller pump through the cooler elements in the generator housing All parts of the cooling system are of corrosion free and seawater resistant materials such as brass and gunmetal In case of gath...

Page 28: ...servation oil 4 Stop the engine and take loose the inlet of the raw water pump Drain the water from the water lock Crank the engine having the raw water inlet sucking anti freeze from a can until the...

Page 29: ...ces should the RPM under full load be below 1782 RPM 59 4 Hz When the problem is in the RPM refer to the engine fault finding paragraph Digital Diesel Control system will help to indicate failures and...

Page 30: ...R if necessary see special procedures Generator output voltage too high without load more than 125V between phase and neutral Over energising due to defective AVR or wrong AVR setting Check AVR readju...

Page 31: ...high OIL PRESSURE Oil pressure failure AC VOLTAGE Generator AC output voltage is either too high or too low HIGH CURRENT Generator is in overload FREQUENCY Output frequency of the generator is too lo...

Page 32: ...f electrical load is fluctuating Faulty fuel lift pump Check and repair Choked air filter Lack of air Check the air intake Choked exhaust system exhaust blocked rubber exhaust hose kinked Check the ex...

Page 33: ...air or fuel filter Check cooling water system flow water pump inlet water filter coolant flow Loss of compression by wear out or damage Repair by Mastervolt service V belt broken or loose Readjust or...

Page 34: ...iter the frequency can be calibrated by trimmer UF which is factory set at 56Hz 60Hz nominal 46Hz 50Hz nominal 1Hz On reaching this frequency the machine begins to reduce its voltage until it deactiva...

Page 35: ...nfinity in the reverse direction and a low resistance in the forward direction A faulty diode will give a full deflection reading in both directions with the test meter on the 10 000 ohms scale or an...

Page 36: ...First align the T D C mark for the No 1 cylinder Confirm that the valves do not move up or down when the crankshaft is turned about 20 degrees in normal and reverse direction of rotation If the rocke...

Page 37: ...ings and by removing the safeguards The easiest way to get the generator out of its capsule is by lifting the set using the lifting eyes 4 One can take off the complete alternator housing Before the a...

Page 38: ...SPARE PARTS LIST 38 Copyright 2008 Mastervolt December 2008 WHISPER 15 ULTRA Three Phase US Figure 29 exploded view sound shield Whisper 15 Ultra Three Phase...

Page 39: ...haft 50201811 Bearings 2 pcs 50209014 O ring 50209017 Seals 2 pcs 50209015 Clips 1 set 50209019 O ring 50201814 50209010 Pump repair kit B same as repair kit A excluding the shaft 5021811 and O ring 5...

Page 40: ...209011 Impeller kit Bearing 50209014 50209016 Circlip 50201811 Shaft Male hose connector 50221031 Pump housing 50201414 Seal 50209015 50209018 Screw cover Cover type M12 50201401 Gasket 50209012 Impel...

Page 41: ...MAINTENANCE LOG US WHISPER 15 ULTRA Three Phase December 2008 Copyright 2008 Mastervolt 41 MAINTENANCE LOG first service after 50 hours hour counter remarks next service every 150 hours hour counter...

Page 42: ...NOTES 42 Copyright 2008 Mastervolt December 2008 WHISPER 15 ULTRA Three Phase US NOTES...

Page 43: ...NOTES US WHISPER 15 ULTRA Three Phase December 2008 Copyright 2008 Mastervolt 43 NOTES...

Page 44: ...Snijdersbergweg 93 1105 AN Amsterdam The Netherlands Tel 31 20 3422100 Fax 31 20 6971006 Email info mastervolt com...

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